A new California housing law is designed to streamline the municipal review process, allowing homes on single-family lots to be built more quickly. Courtesy Getty Images. A 2021 California law that allows multiple residences to be built on a single-family lot to increase the state’s housing stock also allows cities to throw notification of the […]
A new state law would allow property owners to sell their accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, separate from the main house. Currently, they can only be rented out. However, the law requires individual counties and cities to adopt the rules. Why it matters Assembly Bill 1033 aims to make more housing available for lower-income and […]
Advertisement Albuquerque announces floor plans for casitas Updated: 4:10 PM MST Dec 21, 2023 The city’s Planning Department released four different construction plans available at zero cost.Those planning sets range from 450 to 750 square feet to meet the current city building codes and standards. Albuquerque proposed new zoning standards back in June for Mayor […]
Tradition meets Functionality in Obreval Architecture’s design Obreval Architecture’s Carpinteria ADU, situated in Carpinteria, California, showcases a contemporary take on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), blending functionality and tradition. Positioned within a circular patio, the design prioritizes the seamless integration of outdoor and indoor living, creating a tranquil living space. A notable design element is the […]
One week after Austin officials voted to increase the amount of housing allowed on single-family properties, City Council moved to create a financial support program for low- and middle-income residents seeking to build additional units on their lots. The details The outline brought by council member José Velásquez could lead to the creation of a […]
More Salemites are getting permits to build second homes a short walk away from their back door than ever before. It’s a trend city planners say could help alleviate the city’s housing shortage by giving renters more options. As of November, owners of 54 properties have applied for a permit to build an accessory dwelling […]
Marin residents thinking about installing an accessory dwelling unit will soon gain access to increased planning assistance. A three-year trial merger is underway between ADU Marin — a collaboration involving the county and 10 Marin municipalities — and the Napa Sonoma ADU Center, a project sponsored by Napa Valley Community Foundation, Community Foundation Sonoma County […]